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1. Prepare the Meatballs
Begin by finely chopping the onion and adding it to the ground meat in a mixing bowl.
Crack in the egg and sprinkle with your choice of dry spices (oregano, smoked paprika, dried garlic, pepper, and salt).
Mix thoroughly using your hands or a spoon until the mixture is well combined. This step ensures the meatballs are flavorful and hold their shape during cooking.
2. Assemble the Tagliatelle Nests
Take a cold, wide pan (with a lid) and arrange the six tagliatelle nests evenly inside.
Form small meatballs from the seasoned ground meat mixture and place one meatball in the center of each pasta nest.
3. Make the Sauce
In a separate bowl, combine the tomato paste, sour cream, warm broth (or water), and a pinch of salt.
Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended. This sauce will cook the pasta and infuse the dish with rich, creamy flavors.
4. Cook the Nests
Pour the sauce mixture over the nests and meatballs, ensuring the liquid surrounds the nests but doesn’t fully submerge them.
Cover the pan with a lid and simmer over low to medium heat for 20 minutes. During this time, the pasta absorbs the flavorful broth while the meatballs cook to perfection.
5. Add the Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously over the nests and cover the pan again.
Allow the dish to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, letting the cheese melt into a golden, bubbly topping.
6. Garnish and SerCheesy Meatball-Stuffed Tagliatelle Nests: A One-Pan Comfort Food Masterpiece
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Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to create this comforting dish:
1 small onion, finely chopped
300 g ground meat (approximately 3/4 pound; use beef, pork, chicken, or a mix)
1 egg, for binding the meatballs
Dry spices: oregano, smoked paprika, dried garlic, pepper, and salt, to taste
6 tagliatelle nests (dry pasta)
1 tbsp tomato paste (or substitute with ketchup or tomato sauce)
3–4 tablespoons sour cream
450 ml warm broth or warm water (approximately 2 cups)
100 g cheese, shredded (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
Chopped spring onions, for garnish
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 3–4
Calories per serving: Approximately 420 kcal
Step-by-Step Instructions
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